Anthem Of Life

About Anthem Of Life

Anthem of Life is improvised comedy conversations with fake people in real songs. Not the musicians, producers or lyricists, the people IN the song. And, since they’re fictitious, we have comedians playing them. It's about the people that people who write songs, write songs about. IG: https://www.instagram.com/anthemoflifepodcast/ We wish you a life worth singing about! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Nerdtainment

Category

comedy · fiction · music

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

15 May 2023

Latest episode

23 Sept 2025

Latest episodes

64 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Sept 2025

   Atlantic City with Michael Anastasia

   Taffy. Tiramisu. Favors. Lifelong resident of Asbury Park Salvatore Ricardi gives Douglas and Marypat a taste of what it’s like to be a real New Jersey boardwalk local. Do us a favor and enjoy the Anthem of Salvatore. OUR GUEST: Michael Anastasia Michael Anastasia is an actor/writer/improvisor based in Los Angeles. You can keep up with Michael on Instagram @michaelanastasia (https://www.instagram.com/michaelanastasia/?hl=en) THE SONG: "Atlantic City" is a song written and recorded by Bruce Springsteen. The song first appeared on his 1982 album Nebraska. “Atlantic City” was released as a single in several countries and charted in Canada at #49 but was not issued as a single in the USA. Bruce released the song on the Nebraska album in September 1982, and since he didn’t tour for that album, he wouldn’t perform it live until almost two years later. When the Born in the USA Tour kicked off, “Atlantic City” featured prominently on the setlist from the very first show. Springsteen wrote in his Greatest Hits sleeve notes that he recorded "Atlantic City" in his bedroom "for $1,050 (the cost of the four-track Tascam recorder), mixed through an old Gibson guitar unit to a beat box". He provides the vocals, guitar, harmonica, and mandolin for the song. “Atlantic City” was the first Springsteen song to be made into a music video (not counting live-performance clips). Bruce does not appear in the video. Link to OfficialVideo (https://youtu.be/M3eu1gW-bQ8?si=-9i76xLkMSsw6N_u) THE SHOW: Our show is completely improvised and produced by Douglas Sarine, Marypat Farrell and Sarah Atwood Sarine. Our theme song was produced by the wonderful Ben Wise. benwise.bandcamp.com (https://benwise.bandcamp.com/) Additional music provided by Icarus Please rate and review the show on iTunes (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anthem-of-life/id1687905257). It helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow us on Instagram @AnthemOfLifePodcast (https://www.instagram.com/anthemoflifepodcast/) You can contact us at anthemoflifepodcast@gmail.com (mailto:anthemoflifepodcast@gmail.com) Enjoy our eclectic AOL Playlist (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47UAfxcwLlPKPYMFPBOjtg?si=a9a78ec1e75d4c9d) on Spotify. Special thanks to Spark! Digital Media Lab at the Burbank Public Library © 2025 Nerdtainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   9 Sept 2025

   Son of a Preacher Man with Chris Alvarado

   Lots of ladies and zero lies. Billy Ray is a preacher’s son who has found his own unique life and lifestyle behind the scenes of his father’s humble ministry. Billy gives Douglas and Marypat an honest peek into his passions, pursuits and purpose in our anthem of Billy Ray. OUR GUEST: Chris Alvarado Chris Alvarado is an improviser, actor, and teacher. He runs Chris Alvarado Improv Workshops, where he helps people grow through the practice of improv. You can find out all about him on Instagram @chrisalvarado (https://www.instagram.com/chrisalvarado/?hl=en) and at chris-alvarado.com (http://chris-alvarado.com) THE SONG: “Son of a Preacher Man" is a song written and composed by American songwriters John Hurley and Ronnie Wilkins and recorded by British singer Dusty Springfield in September 1968 for the album Dusty in Memphis. “Son of a Preacher Man" has been covered by many artists, including Elvis Presley, Foo Fighters and Natalie Merchant, but Dusty’s version has remained the most popular. It was her biggest hit, charting at #9 in the US and #10 in the UK. “Son of a Preacher Man" found a new audience when it was included on the soundtrack of Quentin Tarantino’s 1994 film Pulp Fiction. There are several cocktail recipes for a drink called “Son of a Preacher Man”. Link to OfficialVideo (https://youtu.be/b4pYANUAJAI?si=VjMMNTI8tErp-t-4) THE SHOW: Our show is completely improvised and produced by Douglas Sarine, Marypat Farrell and Sarah Atwood Sarine. Our theme song was produced by the wonderful Ben Wise. benwise.bandcamp.com (https://benwise.bandcamp.com/) Additional music provided by Icarus Please rate and review the show on iTunes (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anthem-of-life/id1687905257). It helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow us on Instagram @AnthemOfLifePodcast (https://www.instagram.com/anthemoflifepodcast/) You can contact us at anthemoflifepodcast@gmail.com (mailto:anthemoflifepodcast@gmail.com) Enjoy our eclectic AOL Playlist (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47UAfxcwLlPKPYMFPBOjtg?si=a9a78ec1e75d4c9d) on Spotify. Special thanks to Spark! Digital Media Lab at the Burbank Public Library © 2025 Nerdtainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   2 Sept 2025

   Killer Queen with Aryiel Hartman

   Stolen Cars. Found Humanity. The post apocalyptic digital ruler Killer Queen seems like the gal who has it all and has it all under control, but in one slightly violent conversation and on-the-fly playlist, Douglas and MP explore her literal power struggle. OUR GUEST: Aryiel Hartman Aryiel is an actor, singer, and host who has performed all over the world. From running away with the circus to singing at the Sydney opera House to hosting burlesque shows in the heart of Hollywood, she has had quite the varied performance career. Forever having a deep love of musicals, she's performed in many musical comedies during her time at iO West and Second City Hollywood and just finished a run of "We Will Rock You" portraying the fierce Killer Queen. She had the most fun ever getting to put her figurative crown back on to come talk to the AoL team. You can find Aryiel in Instagram @have.a.hartman (https://www.instagram.com/have.a.hartman/?hl=en) THE SONG: “Killer Queen" is a song by the British band Queen. It was written by lead singer Freddie Mercury and recorded for their third album Sheer Heart Attack in 1974. When released as a single, "Killer Queen" was Queen's breakthrough hit, reaching number two in the United Kingdom and number twelve in the United States. Mercury stated that the song is a fantasy, a product of his flamboyant writing style, and that he prefers people to interpret the lyrics themselves. American pop singer Katy Perry cites "Killer Queen" as an important influence on her, saying it "made me discover music and helped me come into my own at the age of 15". Link to OfficialVideo (https://youtu.be/2ZBtPf7FOoM?si=uTz6MA8_zbNU-SOX) THE SHOW: Our show is completely improvised and produced by Douglas Sarine, Marypat Farrell and Sarah Atwood Sarine. Our theme song was produced by the wonderful Ben Wise. benwise.bandcamp.com (https://benwise.bandcamp.com/) Additional music provided by Icarus Please rate and review the show on iTunes (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anthem-of-life/id1687905257). It helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow us on Instagram @AnthemOfLifePodcast (https://www.instagram.com/anthemoflifepodcast/) You can contact us at anthemoflifepodcast@gmail.com (mailto:anthemoflifepodcast@gmail.com) Enjoy our eclectic AOL Playlist (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47UAfxcwLlPKPYMFPBOjtg?si=a9a78ec1e75d4c9d) on Spotify. Special thanks to Spark! Digital Media Lab at the Burbank Public Library © 2025 Nerdtainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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